New Exhibit: Keeping the World Wild – the Art of John and Suzie Seerey-Lester
RTPI staff has been working diligently to install a new exhibit entitled Keeping the World Wild – a stunning collection of original works by John and Suzie Seerey-Lester. Visitors will become immersed in the creative expressions of this incredible, world-traveling artist duo. World-renowned artist John Seerey-Lester and award-winning painter Suzie Seerey-Lester are both distinguished wildlife and landscape artists whose works depict large mammals, birds of prey, magnificent underwater creatures and environmentally sensitive tableaus. Be one of the first to view the...
Read MoreSalamander Saturday; a Slithering, Slimy Success!
Although the words slithering and slimy aren’t typically associated with good things, the opposite is true when you’re talking about celebrating all things salamander! Many thanks to all who joined us at RTPI to enjoy an array of displays and activities all centered on these fascinating and important creatures! Visitors enjoyed viewing a variety of live salamanders on exhibit by Chris Duckett of Amtilia Outreach, taking a walk in the woods with RTPI...
Read MoreCollaboration Brings Distinguished Author, Derrick Z. Jackson to Jamestown in May!
A unique collaboration of local organizations is bringing an award-winning journalist and photographer to Jamestown for a two-day visit. On Thursday and Friday, May 5 and 6, Derrick Z. Jackson, co-author of Project Puffin: The Improbable Quest to Bring a Beloved Seabird Back to Egg Rock, will speak at the Roger Tory Peterson Institute of Natural History and Jamestown Community College. Jackson’s visit is made possible through the teamwork of the Audubon Nature Center, Jamestown Community College Earth Awareness Club, Hultquist Library and college program committee, the Katharine Jackson...
Read MoreSmithsonian Museum Day Live was a Hoot!
Smithsonian Museum Day Live! at RTPI this past Saturday was a great experience for all who attended. Thanks to those who participated and came out to celebrate the positive impacts of ‘GIRL POWER’ on our environment! We hope you enjoy the photographic showcase! Stop in anytime to discover the many wonderful Art, Education and Conservation programs happening at RTPI!
Read MoreMaster Class with Federal Duck Stamp Winner Jennifer Miller
*Wildlife Painting / Master Class / Jennifer Miller* – April 11, 13, 15 / 6-8pm Cattaraugus County Arts Council, 100 W Main Street, Allegany, NY Fee: $90- Members; $100- Non-members Award winning wildlife artist ( 2015-2016 Federal Duck Stamp winner) Jennifer Miller will lead you in the nuances of painting birds in acrylic in this three-day class. This class will explore anatomy, light, color, and shape as it relates to composing and painting our feathered friends, through the use of demonstration and guidance. Students will better appreciate this class if they have some basic painting...
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